Nothing Phone (4b)
By Muhammad Tahir · Updated July 2026 · how we review
How long will it last?
Official promiseSupported until July 2032 · Buy-by July 2030
Nothing promises 6 years of updates for this phone, so it's supported until July 2032 — buying it today still gets you about 5.9 years of safe use (verified July 2026).
Source: source · last verified 2026-07-19 · how we compute this
TrueCost
Street price ÷ months of safe use remaining — the number that makes cheap short-lived phones expensive, and well-supported ones cheap.
44% cheaper than the $300–600 median ($9.50/mo, dying phones excluded)
Is the Phone (4b) worth buying in 2026?
Yes — it's safe to buy today: 71 months of software support remain, at $5.31 per month of safe use.
Our verdict
Nothing's cheapest phone yet debuts a new budget b-series with a big battery, a bright 120Hz screen and a surprising six years of security updates for around €329.
Pros
- Six years of security patches and three OS upgrades — support to about July 2032, remarkable at this price
- Long-lasting battery — 5,200mAh globally, 6,000mAh in India
- Bright 6.77-inch 120Hz AMOLED with 2,000 nits peak
- Signature Nothing Glyph LED bar and clean Nothing OS software
Cons
- Entry-level Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 is built for basics, not heavy gaming
- Slower 33W charging and only 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM
- Just a 50MP main and 8MP ultrawide — no telephoto
- Not confirmed for the US or UK, so many buyers must import
Full specifications
Display
💡 Bigger numbers = smoother scrolling (Hz) and easier outdoor reading (nits).
| Screen | 6.77-inch LTPS AMOLED, FHD+, 120Hz, 2000 nits peak |
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Performance
💡 The phone's brain — it decides speed today and how well it ages.
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4nm) |
|---|---|
| RAM | 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB |
Cameras
💡 Megapixels aren't everything — lens variety matters more day-to-day.
| main | 50MP — OIS |
|---|---|
| ultra-wide | 8MP |
| front | 16MP |
Battery & charging
💡 Capacity in mAh — bigger usually means longer between charges.
| Battery | 5,200 mAh |
|---|---|
| Charging | 33W wired, 7.5W reverse, no wireless |
Build
💡 Size, weight, and the materials between your phone and the floor.
| Dimensions | 164.4 × 78.2 × 8.6 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 210 g |
| Materials | Polycarbonate unibody with Glyph LED bar |
| Water resistance | IP64 |
Software & connectivity
💡 The software it ships with, and how far it can upgrade.
| Software | Android 16 with Nothing OS 4.1 at launch |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 6.0, NFC, USB-C 2.0 |
| Update policy | 3 OS upgrades · 6 years of security updates (official promise) |
Better-value alternatives
Similar price, lower cost per month of safe ownership.
Frequently asked questions
When does the Nothing Phone (4b) stop getting updates?
Nothing promises three major Android upgrades and six years of security patches from the July 2026 launch, so security coverage extends to about July 2032. A six-year security window on a roughly €329 phone is unusually generous and beats many pricier rivals.
Is the Nothing Phone (4b) worth buying in 2026?
As a budget pick, yes. At about €329 (~$379) with six years of security support, it works out to roughly $5 a month of safe use — outstanding value. Just go in knowing the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 and 33W charging are entry-level; this is a phone for everyday tasks and long life, not gaming.
How is the Phone (4b) different from the Phone (4a)?
The 4b sits below the 4a as Nothing's new entry-level b-series. It uses a slower Snapdragon 6 Gen 4, drops the periscope telephoto for a simpler 50MP-plus-ultrawide setup, and charges at 33W instead of 50W. Both share the same 3-OS/6-year support, so the 4b trades performance and cameras for a lower price while keeping the longevity.
Can you buy the Nothing Phone (4b) in the US?
Not as of mid-2026. Nothing launched it in India (from ₹34,999) and parts of Europe (from €329) but has not confirmed US or UK availability. American buyers would need to import it and verify carrier band support, with no local warranty.
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Specs are collected from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers and change often. Support end dates follow each brand's official policy (or, for Apple, its documented historical pattern). Last verified 2026-07-19.